Elliot Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Elliot Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 990 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 211 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 205 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20202 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
STEPHEN ELLIOT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Elliot Lake Dam?
Elliot Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Elliot Lake Dam?
Elliot Lake Dam is owned by STEPHEN ELLIOT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elliot Lake Dam built?
Elliot Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Elliot Lake Dam?
Elliot Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Elliot Lake Dam?
Elliot Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.